Local Information

Boscombe and Springbourne Health Centre is open 8am until 8pm, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. Appointments can either be pre-booked by phone (01202 727969) for registered patients; or urgent walk-in appointments are available throughout the opening times by coming to the health centre. The Centre is at 11 Shelley Rd Boscombe.

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Boscombe Sea Road Public Art Trail: Meet the artistResidents in Bournemouth are being invited to meet the artist appointed to design and produce a series of seven high quality public artworks forSea Road. The artworks will form a trail to link the Boscombe Spa Village regeneration scheme with Boscombe Precinct, encouraging seafront visitors up to the central shopping area.

Boiler Scrappage Scheme Launched Government has launched a new national scheme, the Boiler Scrappage Scheme. Households in England can apply for a £400 voucher to help with the cost of replacing old, G-rated boilers for a new A-rated boiler or renewable heating system such as a biomass boiler or a heat pump. http://bit.ly/6e2IT1

protest over the KUBE gallery's imminent closure. It is this Saturday - 16th January. Please follow the link to see the event page. This is not only about loosing an important art space, but the people behind it who will loose their jobs. Please try to support them - and protect our only proper public gallery.

Boscanova Cafe run a youth cafe on a monday 7-9pm for ages 14-19. If you know of any kids short of stuff to do please tell them to come along. There are 2 youth workers and tones of games etc. We run a small and subsidized menu and each person gets a free drink and meal on their first visit. Please spread the word!!!

Reef Encounter GREAT SOUNDS, GREAT STEAKS AND A LOT MORE BESIDES AT REEF ENCOUNTER THIS WEEKEND....LIVE MUSIC THIS FRIDAY, 15th JANUARY

Singer/songwriter Alex Hall at Reef Encounter this Friday night. Upfront and laid-back all in one, covers and originals. From 8pm. STEAK NIGHT SPECIAL THIS SATURDAY, 16th JANUARY (Full menu also available)We?re open from 9am on Saturday and Sunday for the Reef Encounter Big Breakfast. for just £7.95. Our giant Sunday roast served in the tin for you to help yourself. Tel 01202 280 656.

Save for Xmas 2010 Coastal Credit Union is a co-operative, not for profit savings and loans organisation with a passion for promoting budgeting and thrift in the BH postcode area. We http://www.coastalcreditunion.co.uk/

Open Mic Night & Jam sessions at the Portman/ Green Room instruments available to use include: Acoustic Guitar Electric Guitar, Drum Kit *BANDS ARE WELCOME TO TURN UP & PLAY *RECORD YOUR ACOUSTIC LIVE SET ON TO A CD FREE ENTRY Every Thursday: 8PM till 11PM

Urban Reef Starting again on Wednesday the 20th January is our live music Wednesdays up in the restaurant. Offering relaxed and atmospheric entertainment are some great talented musicians. Steve Banks starts on the 20th with his melodic and jazzy interpretations followed on the 27th by Phil Dewhurst. These are great nights to take advantage of our 3 courses for £18 set menu.

Report Hate crime A hate crime is any incident where you or someone else has been targeted because they or you are believed to be different or any incident you believe was motivated by: race, religion, homophobia, transphobia or disability Incidents may involve verbal abuse, harassment, attacks, damage to your property, bullying or graffiti. By reporting such incidents, even anonymously, will help us to identify the issues in the community. report hate crime online through Dorset Police Website

Spartans Winter Swimming Club Meet at 10.45am to swim at 11am each Sunday October to April inclusive. Changing facilties and hot drinks available. Members are also welcome to meet informally May - September for summer bathing at 10am each Sunday. Seafront adj. to Boscombe Beach Office To the East of Boscombe Pier.